Employment

The  Assistant Business Manager for the North Hills Regional Catholic Elementary Schools (NHRCES) will provide support and expetise to the Regional Business manager in the the areas of  financial and administration-related activities for the following schools: Blessed Francis Seelos Academy, Blessed Trinity Academy, Christ the Divine Teacher Catholic Academy, Holy Cross Academy and Saint James School  (Sewickley). The position reports to the Regional Business Manager  to assist in the management of finance,  facilities, and human resource needs of the schools. The position is a 12 month full time position based in Pittsburgh, PA.

Vision

The NHRCES ABM is a professional administrator in support of the Regional Business Manager (RBM). The NHRCES ABM  assists in the stewardship of all temporal activities of the NHRCES. The emphasis of this ministry is on specific duties in the areas of finance, plant management, human resources,  and any additional duties as required by and in support of the RBM responsibilities to the NHRCES.

The NHRCES ABM is a fully initiated, practicing Catholic committed to Gospel values. He or she values the organization and responsible management of resources and helps the NHRCES to fulfill the Church’s mission and purpose.

Responsibilities and Tasks

Administration

The NHRCES  ABM collaborates with the  RBM and regional staff, under his supervision, and with other members of the NHRCES staff, integrating his or her own area of responsibility with the overall NHRCES endeavor. This responsibility includes the NHRCES and schools operations. 

Finance

1. Enters  all transactions into Quicken for all locations and submits to RBM
2. Aides in Budget monitoring and Development 
3. Works With RBM to maintain financial reports and correctly processes payments.
4. Assists RBM  in all areas of Finance and accounting 

Property Maintenance

The NHRCES  ABM:

1. Collaborates with RBM to assist in special projects.
2. Assists RBM  in procurement and bid collecting process
3. Works With RBM to maintain financial reports on projects and correctly processes payments.
4. Assists with reporting and site visits

Human Resources

The NHRCES Business Manager:

1. Works in collaboration with the RBM  to develop, implement and maintain personnel policies.
2. Assist in HR functions including record keeping,  payroll, and orientations.
3. Assists in payment of salaries and benefits.

Qualities

Effective functioning in this position requires that the NHRCES  ABM have a good sense of stewardship and be well organized, diplomatic and attentive to details. The NHRCES ABM  needs to possess the ability to work collaboratively and to keep confidences when appropriate.

Competencies and Skills

Competencies and skills that are particularly important for the effective exercise of the role of the NHRCES ABM:

Knowledge

The NHRCES Business Manager should be:

1. Knowledgeable of personnel issues, including policies, procedures, selection, insurance, employee benefits, etc.
2. Knowledgeable  of  construction  and  maintenance  according  to  diocesan  policies  and procedures.
3. Knowledgeable of safety and security issues.
4. Knowledgeable  of  the  principles  of  accounting  according  to  diocesan  policies  and procedures.
5. Knowledgeable  of  the  NHRCES and  schools  accounting  systems  according  to diocesan policies and procedures.
6. Familiar with pertinent and applicable civil law.
7. Familiar with supervisory procedures.

Formation, Training and Criteria for Readiness

Preparation for the role of the NHRCES ABM needs to include development of the competencies and skills as outlined above. Effective exercise of this role particularly requires:

1. An orientation to the mission of the diocese and of the NHRCES.
2. Commitment to continuing education and professional development.
3. A bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting  or related field
4. 1-2 years experience in accounting or bookkeeping
5.  Experience with Quicken software a plus
6.  Experience with the Google Applications Suite 
7.  Experience with Tuition Management a plus  

Safe Environments for Children

As with all positions that involve contact with children in the Diocese of Pittsburgh, this ministry comes under the Safe Environment Policy of the diocese which requires the following clearances:

1. Code of Pastoral Conduct
2. PA Child Abuse History Clearance
3. PA State Police Criminal Record Check
4. Protecting God’s Children
5. FBI Fingerprinting
6. Child Protection Service Law Training
7. Mandated Reporter Training

Holy Cross Academy, a preschool through 8th-grade Catholic school located off of McKnight Road in Ross Township, seeks a Principal to support educational and organizational leadership throughout the school. Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation (including a letter from a pastor), valid PA Principal Certification, Catholic Philosophy of Education/ Administration, and clearances (child abuse, criminal, FBI) to the Regional Superintendent of the North Hills Regional Catholic Elementary Schools, Michael Killmeyer: mkillmeyer@nhrces.org

Vision

The Marketing and Enrollment Manager is in charge of enrollment, retention and increasing awareness of Holy Cross Academy. This position leads coordination of all marketing, advertising, and promotional activities at the school to increase enrollment.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

Marketing and Enrollment

• Plans enrollment events, open houses, back to school events, and events surrounding Catholic Schools Week 
• Attends PTG, SAC, Athletics, Parish, etc. meetings to understand marketing needs for their various fundraisers and implements a plan to execute those needs.
• Maintains, updates school website, takes photos and collects photos from groups, parents, teachers, etc. for the school website, marketing materials, yearbook and social media accounts, i.e. Facebook and Instagram
• Builds community relationships and increases HCA awareness 
• Attends regional marketing meetings to work on region-wide projects and collaborate on best practices with the other regional schools marketing managers
• compiling announcements from various school groups and composing a school and community wide email communication twice a week
• Conducts tours of campus for families and is the brand ambassador for HCA

• Works with administrative assistant to send all transfer student records, including health records and update employee and student information files
• Maintain student information system (FACTS Management) and enrolls and re enrolls student records

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Marketing and social media experience is preferred
• Google Suite preferred
• Clear background check is required

Benefits

• Hourly pay
• Follows school calendar for days off/breaks (exception of summer break)
• Flexible work schedule

Safe Environment for Children

As with all positions that involve contact with children in the Diocese of Pittsburgh, this ministry comes under the Safe Environment Policy of the diocese which requires clearances.

Christ the Divine Teacher Catholic Academy (CDTCA) in Aspinwall, PA is looking for a part-time Music teacher (Monday & Tuesday) for Grades K - 8 & Instrumental Band teacher (Thursday) for Grades 4 - 8. As a Catholic School, we provide a Christ-centered education focused on Faith, Academic Excellence, and Service. Christ the Divine Teacher Catholic Academy is part of the North Hill Regional Catholic Elementary Schools (NHRCES). All interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume including recommendations, and a valid PA certification to Mark Grgurich at mark.grgurich@cdtca.org or call 412-781-7927.

The school custodian is responsible for daily and preventative maintenance, cleanliness, and repairs of the school facilities and, at times, the grounds.  Some of the responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• The school maintenance worker is responsible for ensuring that the Holy Cross Academy facilities remain clean and in working order.
• Must be able to follow oral and written directions;
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers, supervisor, administrators, and school-community members;
• Respond to Maintenance requests from staff in a timely fashion;

• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. broken/clogged pipes/drains, faucets, fixtures, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns;
• Performs basic repair, cleaning and maintenance on indoor facilities;
• Outdoor grounds: shovel snow and/or salt sidewalks and steps (before and/or during the school day); keep playground, sidewalk, and other walking areas clear of leaves and other debris; keep bushes/trees trimmed from playground areas and steps; 
• Assists in keeping the school facility clean throughout the day including, at times, restrooms/hallways or wet washing carpets after accidents;

• Empty and remove trash;

• Place orders for needed supplies (such as cleaning or maintenance supplies necessary);

• Maintain all equipment in a safe condition and good working order;

• Assist with a variety of installations and repairs;

• Repair/patch chipped paint and or other patching that is required;

• Assist with emergency drills, as needed;

• Move and transport miscellaneous items from the building or transport items from other schools;

• Arranges furnishings and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for meetings, events which may include: setting up chairs/tables, podiums, projector

Interested parties, please send resumes to: principal@holycrossacademypgh.org

Holy Cross Academy, located in Ross Township, Pennsylvania, is looking for a full-time kindergarten aide for the 2023-2024 school year. All interested candidates must have a teaching experience and have all necessary clearances. Please send a cover letter and resume to Mr. Michael Killmeyer at: principal@holycrossacademypgh.org.

Basic Job Description: Responsibilities include assisting kindergarten teachers in the classroom with appropriate and individualized curriculum for the kindergartener and to ensure needs of the children are met.

Reports to: Principal

Blessed Francis Seelos Academy, located in Wexford, Pennsylvania, is looking for a full-time kindergarten aide for the 2023-2024 school year. All interested candidates must have a teaching certificate and have all necessary clearances. Please send a cover letter and resume to Mr. Robert Reese, Principal, rreese@seelosacademy.org

Basic Job Description: Responsibilities include assisting kindergarten teachers in the classroom with appropriate and individualized curriculum for the kindergartener and to ensure needs of the children are met.

Reports to: Principal